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LN56 PDK

2006 BMW 535

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

216,327 mi
Last recorded216,327 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 BMW 535104,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN56 PDK
MakeBMW
Model535
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2023 216,327 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 207,602 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2022 207,602 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 187,308 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 160,439 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 149,967 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 142,389 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 132,937 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL x 4 (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 127,784 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 127,784 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 116,253 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 109,390 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 99,157 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 87,856 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 76,588 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 76,588 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 63,839 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 41,751 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 535?

Based on 216,162 MOT tests across 18,035 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
7,094
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
18,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,346
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,237
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,669
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,608
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,438
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LN56 PDK is a 2006 BMW 535 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 BMW 535 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 104,180 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 535 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,346 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LN56 PDK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 535 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 535 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LN56 PDK registered?

LN56 PDK is a 2006 BMW 535, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is LN56 PDK safe to buy?

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